Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) program
Active Florida PA or APRN license
Current national certification
Experience in cardiology or related field preferred
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Responsibilities
Assess and manage patients on the inpatient cardiology consult service in collaboration with the attending cardiologist.
Develop and implement evidence-based care plans for acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions.
Order, review, and interpret diagnostic testing and prescribe medications and therapies within the APP's scope of practice.
Participate in daily rounds and coordinate care with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care.
Support safe transitions of care and maintain timely, accurate medical record documentation.
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with a multidisciplinary team
Opportunity to work closely with experienced cardiologists
Focus on evidence-based care and patient education
Engagement in daily rounds for comprehensive patient management
Support for professional development and continuing education opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will collaborate with the USF Cardiology Consult Team to care for patients on the inpatient cardiology consult service. Working closely with attending cardiologists and the multidisciplinary care team, the APP will manage patients with a broad range of acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions.
Responsibilities:
Assess and manage patients on the inpatient cardiology consult service in collaboration with the attending cardiologist.
Develop and implement evidence-based care plans for acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions.
Order, review, and interpret diagnostic testing and prescribe medications and therapies within the APP's scope of practice.
Participate in daily rounds and coordinate care with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care.
Support safe transitions of care and maintain timely, accurate medical record documentation.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) program Active Florida PA or APRN license and current national certification
About Tampa General Hospital
Tampa General Hospital is a non-profit medical center located in Tampa, Florida. The hospital was founded in 1927 and has since grown to become one of the largest and most respected hospitals in the state. Tampa General Hospital offers a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, cancer treatment, and organ transplantation. The hospital is committed to providing high-quality care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. Tampa General Hospital is also a teaching hospital, and is affiliated with the University of South Florida College of Medicine.
